Wabanaki Trail

The Wabanaki Trail is a short, easy out-and-back hike in Maine's Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, managed by a non-governmental organization. The route is about 0.8 miles long, with a total elevation gain of about 10 feet, so it's a gentle walk that can be done in a few minutes. The trail is a low-impact outing, with the high point at about 124 feet and the low at about 110 feet. The steepest stretch comes at about 0.23 miles in, with a grade of about 6 percent. The trail is best suited to a quick stop rather than a full day on foot. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Old Town show July highs around 79°F with lows near 56°F, while winter highs stay in the 20s and 30s. Several other trails sit close by. Field to Forest Trail and Thornplum Trail are each about 0.2 miles away, Lady Slipper Trail is about 0.5 miles off, and Needle and Leaf Trail is about 0.7 miles away.